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January 9, 2024
5 Signs of Age Discrimination in the Workplace
Despite laws to protect workers, age discrimination in the workplace still runs rampant. According to the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), age discrimination is a major concern for older workers. 1 in 5 adults over 50 say they have experienced age discrimination since turning 40. There are laws to help protect older workers. The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 was created at the federal level. At the stat...
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December 29, 2023
Explaining New Laws in California for 2024 – Employment, Personal Injury, and more
2024 will see new laws in California that may affect personal injury, workers’ comp, or employment cases. As 2023 comes to a close, a bevy of new laws in California will go into effect on January 1st, 2024. Some of the biggest changes for new laws in California are regarding employment. California already has some of the country’s strictest employment laws, many of which are highly beneficial to workers in the Golden State. Minimum ...
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December 28, 2023
What Are 6 Classes Protected From Discrimination in the Workplace?
Discrimination in the workplace is a far too common practice, and people discriminated against still have a difficult time reporting claims. There are many signs of discrimination in the workplace, including: Wrongful termination - being terminated from a job for unlawful reasons. Harassment - this can include unwanted sexual advancements or bullying. Retaliation - being punished for reporting a legally protected act such as discri...
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December 12, 2023
4 Potential Examples of Wrongful Termination in Los Angeles
Many people around the world are victims of wrongful termination without even knowing. Hundreds of thousands of employees are victims of wrongful termination each year. Wrongful termination occurs when an employee is fired for an unlawful reason. There are multiple signs that may indicate wrongful termination. You were terminated after reporting your employer’s wrongdoing Think of a situation where Javier learns his supervisor ha...
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December 11, 2023
What Qualifies as Disability Discrimination in California? 3 Ways to Protect Your Rights as an Employee
Disability discrimination at the workplace affects many Californians. Are there ways to help protect yourself? Disability discrimination occurs when an “employer or other entity treats a qualified employee or applicant unfavorably because of disability”, according to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The EEOC also defines a disability as a person who: Has a physical or mental condition that substantially limit...
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December 6, 2023
What if My Employer Denies Me of A Meal Break? 1 Illegal Move Your Job Might Make
A meal break is legally required for many employers in the state of California. Employees will often use a meal break not only for lunch, but other reasons, such as: Socializing with colleagues Making personal phone calls Sending personal emails Running quick errands Meditation/prayer In California, a meal break is legally mandated by the state. There are actually specific rules for a meal break, which are defined as:...
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November 2, 2023
Sexual Harassment in the Film and TV Industry – 4 Ways to Report Misconduct
Sexual harassment in the film and TV industry can affect victims in a number of ways. Sexual harassment in the film and TV industry has been a major problem for many years. Studies show nearly 95 percent of all women in the entertainment industry experienced some form of harassment or assault. The #MeToo movement helped shed light on many industry issues. Aggressors like Harvey Weinstein, who was abusing power for decades, were finally c...
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August 22, 2023
Sexual Harassment in the Video Game Industry – 4 Signs You are Being Harassed
The video game industry has continuously evolved since the 1980’s. The global video game industry was valued at $159.3 billion dollars in 2020. The pandemic actually drove sales up, with a 31 percent increase for spending on video games and gaming subscription services. According to the International Trade Commission, there’s an estimated 2.7 billion gamers worldwide. There’s at least one gamer in 75 percent of US households. Fro...
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July 20, 2023
Can Social Media Posts be Used as Evidence in an Employee Harassment Claim? 4 Big Tips for Building a Claim
Can social media posts be used as evidence in an employee harassment claim? Social media posts like Tweets and Instagram photos seem as routine as reading a newspaper. Social media is ubiquitous. A recent study from the PEW Research Center found that 70 percent of US adults admit to using FaceBook daily, while 59 percent say the same about Instagram and Snapchat. Social media posts have been both a benefit and detriment in the lands...
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July 17, 2023
What are Some Examples of Wage Disputes? The Over 300 Million Dollars Lost by Workers
Wage disputes occur when an employee files a complaint against their employer for money they believe they are owed. In 2021, Californians filed 19,000 wage disputes, totaling $320 million dollars in claims. Studies show that workers can lose up to $64.00 dollars per week. That’s an average of $3,300 dollars annually. Whether intentional or unintentional, no one wants to have money left on the table by their employer. However, it hap...
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